A small sandy tidal beach in Beverly Cove that looks out over the mouth of the Bass and Danvers Rivers. It draws mostly local residents, has no lifeguard, and relies on street parking along Porter Street.
What to expect
Parking
Porter Street on-street parking
Swimming
Water not monitored off-season
Accessibility
Small tidal beach reached from the neighborhood.
Dogs
City rule: dogs allowed on beaches only before 7:30 AM and after 7:30 PM from Memorial Day through Labor Day, on leash; prohibited during the day. Fines up to $100.
Allowed now · ban starts Memorial DayManaged by
Beverly Recreation Department
978-921-6067 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Porter Street on-street parking
Porter Street on-street parking
Spaceslimited
No parking lot at the beach; street parking along Porter Street only
Access points along this beach
Porter Street beach access
What's here
Facilities
Drinking water
Water fountains nearby in the park area
Picnic area
Picnic benches nearby
Tides & weather
Tide and sun: NOAA astronomy · forecast: NWS, up to 7 days
Common questions
Is Goat Hill Beach in Beverly open today?
Goat Hill Beach is not monitored right now. MA DPH samples beach water Memorial Day to Labor Day and posts no advisories or all-clears off-season, so there is no swim status to report. Swimming off-season is at your own risk.
Where do you park for Goat Hill Beach?
There is no lot, so you park on the street along Porter Street and walk down to the sand.
What rules should I know at Goat Hill Beach?
No lifeguard on duty; swimming is at your own risk.
Can you swim at Goat Hill Beach?
There is no MA DPH swim status for Goat Hill Beach off-season: the state samples beach water Memorial Day to Labor Day. Swimming off-season is at your own risk; check conditions posted at the beach.
Are dogs allowed at Goat Hill Beach?
City rule: dogs allowed on beaches only before 7:30 AM and after 7:30 PM from Memorial Day through Labor Day, on leash; prohibited during the day. Fines up to $100.